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This occurred to me when I was posting about the swivel seat I no longer need in the transport thread... I also have a really good book about the surgery, and a grabber that I don't need.

Louisse is taking the seat, but I thought if maybe anyone wanted the other two items then perhaps they could be forwarded on as needed once they're no longer required, and anyone else with redundant aids could join in.

Might help save people some money as all this stuff we buy for our poor spines does add up!!

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I think this is a brilliant idea GC

I wonder if it would be worth it being made into a sticky at the top of the forum so that everyone can find it easily and check what's out there?

I didn't actually buy any special aids although I did have the loan of a bath board and my mate leant me a tiny camping kettle - just big enough for my cuppa and easy for me to lift as it wasn't too heavy when full of water

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Thanks for the responses glad you like the idea!

Phoenix, I shall experiment with wrapping the grabber up but I think if I take apart a cardboard box and fold it around then wrap in brownpaper it should be fine, PM your address and I'll send it over.

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Not sure if these will be of use to anyone but I have a Soxon sock aid (which is apparently great for getting socks on without bending - I could never get the hang of it!) and a long handled shoe horn. Both of which can be seen on the Helping Hand Company website so you get a better idea of what they do.

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what a great idea( why didnt i think of it) lol!
gloom cookie would i be able to have the surgery book please if nobody else wants it?
i have some books ,not sure if there everyones cup of tea but i can list them if you like,i actually got them for when i go in ,but have read them already xxx

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If you haven't managed to off load it Simon i wouldn't mind a read of it

By the way i have made the thread into a sticky

* Sorry to sound a little heavy handed and bah humbug i have just to add this disclaimer that SSo can not officially take part in this, and can/will not be held responsible for any loss, blah blah, also please ensure that nobody offers *copies* of anything on which copyright applies*